The ATSDR toxicological profile succinctly characterizes the toxicology and adverse health effects information for the toxic substance described therein. Each peer-reviewed profile identifies and reviews the key literature that describes a substance's toxicological properties. This Public Health Statement summarizes the Division of Toxicology and Human Health Science's findings on PBDEs, tells you about them, the effects of exposure, and describes what you can do to limit that exposure.

Provides information about polybrominated biphenyls (PBBS) & the human health effects of exposure. These chemicals has been found in many sites identified by the EPA for long-term Federal cleanup activities. The report includes a Public Health Statement which explains the toxicologic properties of polybrominated biphenyls in a nontechnical, Q&A format, & a review of the general health effects observed following exposure; a description of health effects; how the chemicals can affect children; & information on its chemical & physical properties, production, use & disposal, potential for human exposure, analytical methods, & regulations & advisories.